Contribution has always been part of the Hive offering since the very beginning. But until now, the only way to contribute to the greenest cloud was to download and use the hiveDisk desktop app.

Not anymore.

We are excited to announce contribution on mobile in beta: you can now share your mobile storage with hiveNet and offset your cloud storage bills. Hive is the only cloud storage provider that lets users contribute through mobile devices, turning unused drive space into valuable cloud storage currency.

That means that Hive is also the only cloud storage provider that can integrate mobile storage contributions into hiveNet, our distributed cloud network. This innovative approach improves the sustainability of cloud storage and gives you more flexibility.

You can now pay for your cloud storage by simply contributing the unused space on your mobile devices.

Why contribute your mobile storage?

Your smartphone is more than a communication device; yes, you play games and watch Netflix and talk to your friends, but now it’s also a gateway to taking part in a more sustainable digital future. By using hiveDisk, your unused mobile storage becomes valuable, supporting our distributed cloud network and reducing your cloud storage expenses.

How it works

1. Allocate a part of your mobile’s unused storage to hiveNet with a few taps in your hiveDisk app.
2. HiveDisk intelligently operates in the background, ensuring your smartphone’s performance remains unaffected.
3. The storage you share directly contributes to reducing your hiveDisk cloud storage bills if you are paying for a plan. It’s a win-win: you save money while supporting a sustainable cloud.
4. We uphold the highest standards of data security and encryption, ensuring your shared storage and personal data are always protected.

One of our main goals has always been to embrace a community-driven approach to cloud storage. Your contribution supports a robust, distributed network, embodying the spirit of collaboration and shared success.

Sustainability at its core

Mobile contribution is aligned with Hive’s sustainability mission. By optimizing the unused storage of millions of smartphones, we reduce the need for additional physical data centers, thus diminishing our collective carbon footprint.

Mobile contribution also reflects the philosophy of our “Rethink Black Friday” campaign. In an era dominated by constant upgrades and consumption, Hive invites you to leverage what you already own meaningfully.

Start contributing today 

Join us now and start sharing your mobile storage. Every byte you contribute not takes a chunk off your monthly bill, but also helps in sculpting a more sustainable cloud ecosystem. Your smartphone’s idle space can make a world of difference.

FAQ

Will sharing storage with Hive drain my smartphone’s battery?

We’ve designed Hive with energy efficiency in mind. When you share your storage, Hive operates minimally in the background, ensuring negligible impact on your battery life. It’s all about smart resource management – Hive activates storage sharing when your device is connected to a charger or is not in active use.

Should I be concerned about Hive consuming my phone’s CPU resources?

Absolutely not. Hive is engineered to be extremely lightweight in its operations. It uses only a tiny fraction of your CPU resources, ensuring that your phone’s performance remains smooth and uninterrupted. Hive’s technology is optimized to work intelligently, activating primarily during idle periods to avoid impacting your regular usage.

Can Hive’s storage sharing affect the lifespan of my phone’s SSD?

The impact on your phone’s SSD is minimal. Hive’s storage sharing involves very low-frequency read/write operations, far less than typical phone usage patterns. Our technology is designed to be gentle on your device, ensuring the longevity of your SSD.

How does Hive ensure the security of the data I share?

Security is our top priority. The data you share through Hive is fragmented, encrypted, and distributed, ensuring no single device (including yours) holds any meaningful or accessible data. The only way to decrypt your data is by using your unique passphrase.

Will sharing storage with Hive use up my mobile data plan?

Currently, Hive does use mobile data when your device is connected to 4G/5G networks. While we are working on implementing settings to control mobile data usage, we recommend connecting to Wi-Fi when sharing storage to avoid using your data plan. We are committed to enhancing user experience and will keep our community updated on new features and improvements.

Can I adjust or stop sharing my storage with Hive at any time?

Yes, you’re in full control. You can adjust the amount of storage you’re contributing or stop entirely at any time through the hiveDisk app.

Will I notice a difference in my phone’s overall functionality?

HiveDisk is designed to be unobtrusive and efficient. The vast majority of our users report no perceptible change in their phone’s functionality.